What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Station to Kandy?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Station to Kandy is to bus which costs Rs. 400 - Rs. 440 and takes 4h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Station to Kandy?

The fastest way to get from Fort Station to Kandy is to fly which takes 1h 29m and costs Rs. 22000 - Rs. 120000.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Station and Kandy?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Fort Station and Kandy?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Kandy. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Fort Station to Kandy?

The distance between Fort Station and Kandy is 153 km. The road distance is 115.2 km.

How do I travel from Fort Station to Kandy without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Station to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3900.

How long does it take to get from Fort Station to Kandy?

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Fort Station to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort Station to Kandy bus from?

Fort Station to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Fort Station to Kandy train from?

Fort Station to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train, bus or fly from Fort Station to Kandy?

The best way to get from Fort Station to Kandy is to fly which takes 1h 29m and costs Rs. 22000 - Rs. 120000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3900 and takes 2h 31m, you could also bus, which costs Rs. 400 - Rs. 440 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Fort Station to Kandy bus arrive?

Fort Station to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Fort Station and Kandy?

Kandy is 2h 30m behind Fort Station. It is currently 9:31 PM in Fort Station and 7:01 PM in Kandy.

Where does the Fort Station to Kandy train arrive?

Fort Station to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Kandy station.

Can I drive from Fort Station to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Station to Kandy is 115 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Fort Station to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1448+ hotels available in Kandy.

Fort Station to Kandy - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Fort Station to Kandy by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
1h 29m
Rs 22,417–112,392
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
4h 19m
Rs 400–440
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
2h 31m
Rs 1,200–3,900
Drive 115.2 km
1. Drive from Fort Station to Kandycar 115.2 km
2h 2m
Rs 4,854–7,012
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Fort Station to Kandytaxi 115.2 km
2h 2m
Rs 31,000–38,000

Fort Station to Kandy by train

84Weekly Trains

2h 31mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 153 km
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Fort Station, Sri Lanka and Kandy, Sri Lanka?

Cinnamon Air flies from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW) once daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Kandy every 2 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,900 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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